Yamaha YZF-R125 Owners Manual: Ignition circuit cut-off system

The ignition circuit cut-off system (comprising the sidestand switch, clutch switch and neutral switch) has the following functions.

  • It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is up, but the clutch lever is not pulled.
  • It prevents starting when the transmission is in gear and the clutch lever is pulled, but the sidestand is still down.
  • It cuts the running engine when the transmission is in gear and the sidestand is moved down.

Periodically check the operation of the ignition circuit cut-off system according to the following procedure.


WARNING
If a malfunction is noted, have a Yamaha dealer check the system before riding.

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